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Tour New Zealand’s warmest region and discover picturesque beaches and marine adventures of every description. Scroll to discover more.

From Auckland to the Bay of Islands, this North Island road trip lets you explore the country's warmest region. Discover picturesque beaches and marine adventures of every description, or visit locations of cultural significance such as the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

Mahurangi Oyster Tour, Matakana, Auckland

New Zealand food and wine experiences

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Auckland

Head north to Whangarei enjoying the extraordinary food and wine experiences along the way. Whatever the season, if you’re driving around New Zealand you’ll be able to find roadside stalls selling fresh produce and vineyards offering tastings at the cellar-door. Take part in a cooking class or visit one of the local farmers' markets.

Day 3: Discover a world beneath cliff-tops

Poor Knights Islands, Northland & Bay of Islands

By Fraser Clements

Discover top experiences in Northland

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Northland & Bay of Islands

National Geographic Traveller rated Tutukaka Coast one of the top coastal destinations in the world. Check out the Mermaid Pools near Matapouri Beach, enjoy a walk to picturesque Whale Bay or hire a surf board and catch some waves at one of New Zealand's top surf breaks.

The Tutukaka township is also the gateway to the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve, where abundent sealife and underwater caves combine to create a magical dive spot.